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Central Hostel

Hostel near Rue Sainte-Catherine in Bordeaux

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Bar (on property)
Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2 Place Saint-Projet, Bordeaux, 33000
  • Place, Rue Sainte-Catherine
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Place Saint Pierre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Place de la Bourse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 Lits)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 Lits)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 Lits)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (8 Lits)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Women only (8 Lits)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Private Dormitory - 6 Persons

Private Dormitory - 6 Persons

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Private Dormitory - 8 Persons

Private Dormitory - 8 Persons

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Bordeaux

Heart of Bordeaux.A stay at this Bordeaux City Centre hostel places you steps from Pey Berland Tower and within a 5-minute walk of Bordeaux Cathedral. Rue Sainte-Catherine and Place Saint Pierre are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rue Sainte-Catherine - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Place Saint Pierre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Place de la Bourse - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bordeaux Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grand Theatre of Bordeaux - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Sainte-Catherine Tram Station - 2 min walk
  • Bordeaux-Benauge Station - 6 min drive
  • Merignac Airport (BOD) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Magnus - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Palatino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Arbol - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Saint Georges - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Central Hostel

Hostel near Rue Sainte-Catherine in Bordeaux
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at Central Hostel.

This Bordeaux hostel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
Central Hostel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 5.50 to 7 for adults and EUR 5.50 to 5.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 5

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.15 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 5.50 to 7.00 for adults, and EUR 5.50 to 5.50 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 5 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • This hostel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Central Hostel Bordeaux
Central Bordeaux
Central Hostel Bordeaux
Central Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Central Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Bordeaux

Frequently asked questions

How close is Central Hostel to the airport?

Central Hostel is 8 mi (28-min drive) away from the Merignac Airport (BOD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Central Hostel?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Hostel on Jun 30, 2026 start from CA $294, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Central Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Central Hostel.

How close is Central Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 3.8 mi (19-min drive) from Plage du Lac.

Does Central Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Central Hostel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between EUR 5.50 and 7.00 for adults, EUR 5.50 and 5.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Central Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Barriere Casino Theatre (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Central Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Central Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Central Hostel have a pool?

Central Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Central Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Central Hostel to downtown Bordeaux?

Central Hostel is 0.3 mi away from Bordeaux.

Central Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 197 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Dallas

Liked: Staff & service
Good place to stay for the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Isabel

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very central location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viyaleta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant stay

Fantastic service, very well situated - great value for money for a short stay in the city.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great stay

very pleasant stay julliette was very informative and professional. highly recimmend staying here good location!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kohei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was very good and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice hostel for short term stays. Can be noisy due to people on the street outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Huge private top floor room with a view

We stayed in 401 which is a very large private room. We lived everything about the room and the stay. The hostel is perfectly located for walking to all the old town sites. We’ll stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

isadora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay in a family room. When we closed the window it was completely quiet with no noise getting in from the square. Staff were very helpful. The breakfast option was excellent. The location was perfect for walking about the beautiful city. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute, clean, centrally located hostel!

Amazing hostel! Cute, clean and perfectly located on StCatherine street (longest pedestrian only street!! Lots of shopping!). All the facilities were in great condition and updated. As a solo traveler it could have been a little bit more socially oriented, but that is being super picky! Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic!!

This did not seem like a hostel. It was amazing. we had a private room. Location cannot be beat. Amazing cafe and area to hang out downstairs. super quiet. On a famous square in an old church.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, the hostel does not have control of its surroundings. At the time of my stay, there were some unhoused people with dogs. And at night they would bark. ( the dogs not the people ) But in no insistence did I feel unsafe. The area is very centrical and walking distance to most attraction. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

valerie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
location is brilliant in the centre of Bordeaux. However, i went expecting breakfast as advertised only to be told they did not serve food. They need to change their ads about the hostel. However, excellent cafe just round the corner. They also need to be more communicative about tourism, and where the tourist bureau is, as they themselves were not able to answer my questions. Staff good natured however.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

The area is not safe, a lot of homeless around the hotel. Services are very limited: WiFi didn’t work, terrible smell in the lobby and bathroom, not possible to set your temperature in the room, no iron available even if you ask the front desk. The overall experience was not so good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mona

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location location location! I loved my stay at the Central Hostel. The staff were super nice and helpful and the location is truly central and very walkable. I stayed in a 8 bed mixed dorm for the first time and the blackout blinds were a gamechanger for me. Other than a microwave there's no kitchen but there're an Aldi and Carrefour nearby which is super helpful. The washrooms and the showers weren't the cleanest and it didn't feel like they were being cleaned daily but it's a hostel after all. If I'd ever go back to Bordeaux, I'll definitely stay here but would book a female dorm instead. Merciii :>
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place for a girls weekend!

T'was a girls weekend in Bordeaux. We booked a private suite for four. Very comfortable, clean room. Confusion re the towels - we "rented" some per the welcome email and the room ended-up having towels. Hooks would be nice to hang them after showering, as well as water cups. Also, housekeeping was advertised. They did a partial cleaning and ended-up taking some of our souvenir cups. We fortunately got 4/6 back. Also, very much appreciated coffee and tea in the room. Overall a great stay and would return. Oh, and the location was good though there were a lot of homeless people/squatters in the square.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Decent stay but lacks aktivities and cleanness

I was a bit disappointed with my stay at this hostel. The location was very good, and the room was nice with very private bunkbeds that each had its own curtain. That made you feel like you had your own little space. However, there were no activities during my stat, and there was generally not a hostel “vibe” where you felt it was natural to speak to others. The bar-area in the reception was alright, but each person just sat by themself. For me, that was quite disappointing. Furthermore, in the room, there were some very weird-looking dark spots in the ceiling that definitely looked like some kind of mould. Unfortunately, I do not have any pictures, but it was definitely a bit concerning. Other than that, the room was clean and the bed felt very nice as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
J'ai apprécié mon séjour au Central Hostel de Bordeaux, situé au coeur du centre ville, près des lignes de Tramways. L'équipe de la réception est très agréable et pro. La salle, où chiller ou travailler (selon les envies), est confortable, on peut y déguster café et autres boissons tout en écoutant de la musique diverses et variées selon les goûts du moment 😉 Il en est de même pour la terrasse, a apprécié aux beaux jours ! Dortoirs et autres équipements 👍 Merci à l'équipe de la réception pour votre accueil !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sitio muy acogedor con personal muy amable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
L'accueil durant la nuit a été optimal, le thé m'a été offert. Le personnel a été professionnel avec un sens de l'attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025